FRESHMEN IN ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY
At Texas A&M University
WHAT IS FEST?
Freshmen in Engineering, Science, and Technology (FEST) is a freshman leadership organization at Texas A&M University that consists of 16 staff members (4 Executives and 12 Directors), 22 Bigs, and most importantly, 50 AWESOME FRESHMEN! FEST strives to instill leadership, social, and service qualities while developing lasting relationships among our members through various projects, events, and opportunities.
PAST FESTIMONIALS
Connor Clarke
'24 Director
"FEST was the best thing I decided to do my Freshman year. It helped me gain a supportive group of friends and led to so many super fun adventures. Hanging with my committee, going on spontaneous Buc-ee's runs, competing in FLO sports tournaments, and just staying up late with my fellow FESTies in a Zach study room made my freshman and sophomore years the best they could have been. FEST is the best."
Andrew
Kim
'24 Executive
"Being a part of FEST was one of the highlights of my freshman year. The community is incredibly welcoming and has resources tailored to help you build a strong foundation in whatever STEM field you're interested in pursuing. From simple hangouts to career-building events, FEST offers countless opportunities to grow both academically and personally. If you’re looking to make the most of your freshmen year, FEST will give you a fantastic start and a supportive network."
Eli Arrambide
'24 Director
"As a freshman, FEST blessed me the most welcoming community from which I made my absolute closest friends. I matured as a person both professionally and socially in ways I didn't think I could. Later on, being a director in FEST gave me another group of 50 amazing freshmen and dozens of opportunities to continue growing myself as a mentor and leader. I wouldn't trade FEST for the world!"
Abby Andrews
'24 Director
"I knew absolutely NOTHING of what to expect when I joined FEST (as a wee little freshmen 🐟)!! Coming from a a very small hometown and high school TAMU felt huge and terrifying and FEST gave me a home. I met people that I connected with and who motivated me to be the best version of myself. At FEST I found my family of people that know what it’s like to work hard AND have fun, the perfect balance for ZACH room shenanigans."
Ethan Langford
'23 Director
"Freshman year can be scary. You don’t really know what you’re doing and you’re in a completely new environment. Having people you can rely on will help tremendously when you’re navigating your first year. Whether it’s helping the community through service projects, competing for glory in all FLO sports tournaments and intramurals, or just staying up late with your new found friends, FEST can be a pillar you lean on for help and will be the place you call a home away from home."